1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chevrolet Camaro 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Camaro Equinox
Year Released 1986 2013
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5040 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 98 mm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1780 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4771 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2857 mm


 

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